In this heartfelt floral cross the choices are deliberate and intimate: a luxuriant foundation of broad, glossy green leaves shapes the cross and reads like protective wings, their smooth surfaces and visible veins lending a sense of shelter. The floral heart is concentrated at the meeting point of vertical and horizontal arms and flows outward with careful restraint - pale, creamy lisianthus with their soft, ruffled petals occupy the foreground, accompanied by compact white chrysanthemum-like blossoms that bring gentle brightness. Interspersed throughout are delicate sprays of light lavender limonium or small asters whose starry, filamented forms create a subtle, cooling counterpoint to the warm ivories. Honeysuckle-soft greens and fine filler foliage are woven in, their texture lightening the overall silhouette and allowing the flowers to breathe against the deep green backdrop. Evenly diffused light bathes the composition, lifting the pale hues and lending the arrangement a tranquil, almost spiritual radiance; the piece feels like an invitation to reflection, its scent faintly green and floral, reminiscent of early morning along Regent's Canal. This kind of cross is chosen for its quiet authority - a dignified, compassionate emblem for funerals, memorial services or church tributes in Pentonville, near King's Cross and the Brunswick Centre - where its visual language speaks of faith, remembrance and the continuity of care.
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A solemn, elegant cross of flowers photographed from a slight overhead angle against a clean white background, the kind of image I prepare for memorial pages and funeral guides. The cross's structural base is a deep, glossy carpet of large tropical leaves - think Ti or similar broad-leaved foliage - their smooth, waxy surfaces catching a soft, even light so that subtle veins and gentle curves give the piece depth and a protective, sheltering feel. At the intersection and running along each arm sits a generous spray of blooms in a tranquil palette: creamy ivory lisianthus with their ruffled, layered petals and gently closed buds, small pure-white daisy-like chrysanthemums that read as pinpoints of calm, and sprays of pale lavender aster or limonium that add a cool, whispering contrast. Fine, threadlike green filler foliage is woven through the clusters, lending a natural softness against the sleek leaves and helping the blooms settle into a serene composition. The scent is understated - green and slightly sweet, like an early-morning garden - and the whole arrangement reads as both carefully structured and quietly tender. Made with sympathy and restraint, this design is aimed at conveying peace, respect, and remembrance; its cross silhouette is immediately recognisable in religious services, graveside ceremonies, or chapel remembrances around Pentonville and neighbouring Angel or Caledonian Road. As a local florist I think of how this arrangement sits in a bright church hall or against the dark wood of a chapel lectern: dignified, comforting, and unobtrusively beautiful for times of quiet reflection.

GENTLE GRATITUDE SHEAF£65.00

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Express heartfelt condolences with the Gentle Gratitude Sheaf, a graceful funeral tribute handcrafted at Florist Pentonville in Pentonville. This elegant sheaf arrangement features soft white lisianthus, delicate purple asters and classic white chrysanthemums, thoughtfully styled with lush greenery for a serene, comforting look. Designed to honour a beautiful life and a beautiful soul, it's a dignified choice for funerals, memorials or graveside tributes.

Available in Original, Deluxe and Grand sizes, the Gentle Gratitude Sheaf offers flexible dimensions to suit any farewell service. Each size is created with care and attention to detail, ensuring a full, premium display of blooms. Our skilled florists use only fresh, high-quality flowers and follow a respectful colour palette of calming whites and purples.

As some blooms are seasonal, we may carefully substitute flowers with similar varieties of equal or greater value, always maintaining the same refined style and sentiment. With reliable local delivery from our Pentonville florist, you can send your sympathy arrangement with confidence. Order this beautiful funeral sheaf online at floristpentonville.co.uk and let your flowers speak with tenderness, gratitude and respect.
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    I wanted to let you know that I received a phone call from my friend today telling me how fabulous the sympathy flower arrangements were, and also what a wonderful job you did in getting them here on time. It was really important to her that everything be exactly right, and it was!! We will certainly use your services again when needed. Thank you for helping her out with such short notice.

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    Lovely arrangement! Everyone made a comment how beautiful the flowers were!

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    Delivery was timely arranged and discussed with the funeral directors. Absolutely nothing to complain about.

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    I was worried that the flowers wouldn't be delivered on time thus I called Handy Flowers to check the progress of my order. They contacted the couriers and told me when the flowers were expected to be delivered. Very professional service!

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    First time I`m ordering flowers online, didn`t know what to expect, but I`ll surely offer again.

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    The flowers were arranged very beautifully.

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